Sports & Data Analyst (Internship—Unpaid)
Sideline Society Media | Remote
The Role We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytically minded Sports & Media Data Analyst to join the Sideline Society Media team. This is an unpaid internship built for the aspiring data professional who wants hands-on experience turning real audience insights into actionable strategies for a growing sports and culture media platform.
What You'll Do
Analyze website traffic, engagement, and audience behavior to identify trends and growth opportunities
Track and report on SEO performance and provide recommendations to improve search visibility
Identify which platforms and channels are driving the most traffic to our website
Monitor newsletter subscription data and analyze conversion rates from site visitors to subscribers
Collaborate with the editorial, marketing, and social media teams to share insights that inform content and growth strategy
Present findings in clear, digestible reports that the broader team can act on
Support the development of a weekly newsletter digest highlighting recently published articles and platform updates to drive subscriber engagement (coming soon)
What We're Looking For
A passion for sports, culture, and the stories data can tell about how audiences engage with media
Proficiency in data and analytics tools such as Google Analytics, SEMrush, or similar platforms
Strong analytical thinking with the ability to translate numbers into clear, actionable insights
Excellent communication skills — you can explain data findings to a non-technical team
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage ongoing reporting independently
Familiarity with basic coding languages such as Python or SQL is a plus but not required
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Marketing Analytics, Business Intelligence, or a related field
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience analyzing real audience data for a growing media platform
Exposure to SEO strategy, newsletter growth, and digital marketing analytics
Experience collaborating across editorial, marketing, and creative teams
Mentorship and feedback from the leadership team
The opportunity to grow alongside a brand building the next chapter of sports and culture media
Sideline Society Media is committed to amplifying diverse voices in sports media. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
